The Schultz Sculpture Shop and outdoor work yard are communal areas for wood, metal, and fabricated work. The outdoor work yard offers space for larger pieces and non-permanent site-specific installations. The shop is equipped with a variety of hand, electric, and pneumatic tools, including:

Because these tools are communal, it is recommended that artists bring the tools and hardware crucial to their practice.

All visual artists are welcome to request access to VSC’s Sculpture Shop and its equipment; to obtain approval, the artist must meet the Shop Manager in person to review the terms and sign off on the VSC sculpture equipment and safety agreement form, which will be provided on-site. The agreement includes shop safety rules, tool safety and requirements, and a list of available tools and equipment that require previous specific training. Please note: Prior training is required for use of VSC equipment; the Shop Manager cannot provide introductory equipment training to VSC artists-in-residence.

Due to the open nature of the shop we can not accommodate polyester resin or the use of other toxic materials. Some covered space is available outdoors for the use of materials that produce harsh fumes. Any materials introduced into the communal shop space must be labelled appropriately and a copy of the safety data sheet (SDS) must be provided to the Shop Manager.

Supplies - Local Dealers:

Parker and Stearns Building Supply (802-635-2377) and Johnson Farm and Garden (802-635-7282) are sources in Johnson.